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SF04 XAV

2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883

Black Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,957 mi
Last recorded7,957 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 8839,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 XAV
MakeHarley-davidson
ModelXlh 883
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 7,957 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 7,957 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 May 2024 7,851 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 7,779 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 7,526 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 6,030 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 5,246 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 5,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 5,136 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,117 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 4,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 4,636 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 4,464 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 3,782 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 2,826 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 2,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 681 miles

How Reliable is the Harley-davidson Xlh 883?

Based on 47,203 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.8%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 169
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150
reflector on motorcycle missing 145
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 135
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SF04 XAV is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 in Black with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,794 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley-davidson Xlh 883 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF04 XAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley-davidson Xlh 883 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Harley-davidson Xlh 883 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SF04 XAV registered?

SF04 XAV is a 2004 Harley-davidson Xlh 883, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is SF04 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF04 XAV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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